OEM 2001 Cadillac Eldorado Coil Springs

2001 Cadillac Eldorado Coil Springs Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the front coil springs and shock absorber on 2001 Cadillac Eldorado?

  A: In order to service and repair suspension struts you need these essential tools: a Holding Fixture (J3289-20) and Strut Compressor (J34013-B) with an Alignment Rod (J34013-38) along with a Damper Rod Clamp (J34013-20). The service requires four main tools: Holding Fixture (J3289-20), Strut Compressor (J34013-B), Alignment Rod (J34013-38), and Damper Rod Clamp (J34013-20). Must handle the front suspension coil spring gently to stop coating damage because damaged coating makes the spring more prone to breakage. Position the strut inside the Strut Compressor (J34013-B) then torque the nuts until they align with the compressor while maintaining the locking pins in position through the strut. Use the forcing screw on the compressor to slightly depress the spring. A socket should maintain the strut shaft position while you use a 24 mm wrench with a 24 mm strut shaft nut to achieve removal. Loosen the compressor screw with an Alignment Rod (J34013-38) while removing the strut and spring from their assembly. When installing the strut place it into the Strut Compressor (J34013-B) while securing the Damper Rod Clamp (J34013-20) around the strut shaft and direct the flat side of the upper spring seat to face outward. Reinstall the bearing in its original direction if you removed it. Lift the assembly into position then insert the spring and tighten the upper locking pin. Use the Alignment Rod (J34013-38) in the strut guide to spin the compressor screw clockwise until the strut shaft shows its threads. Install the washer and nut while following fastener precautions then dispense the Damper Rod Clamp (J34013-20) before tightening the strut mount nut to 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.) with the strut shaft held by the socket. After completing the strut compressor operation remove the strut.